<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=30jxRT_0vlc7HEy00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=30jxRT_0vlc7HEy00" width="1350" height="842" >The UNI swimming and diving team will host its annual Purple and Gold Intrasquad meet on Saturday, September 28, at 12 p.m. CT in the Glen F. Henry Pool. This event marks the first competitive outing before the regular season begins next Friday against Iowa. UNI, which finished fifth in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Championships last year, is projected to place sixth this season. Key returning athletes include sprinter Faith Larsen, aiming for a third consecutive MVC title in the 50-yard freestyle, and a strong diving contingent led by Trista Thompson.<ul><li>UNI placed fifth at the 2023 MVC Championships.</li><li>Faith Larsen set the school record in the 50-yard freestyle with a time of 22.50 seconds.</li></ul>State of Play<ul><li>The Purple and Gold Intrasquad meet serves as a tune-up before the season opener against Iowa.</li><li>UNI returns multiple accomplished swimmers and divers, including Paralympic medalist Olivia Chambers.</li></ul>After the Intrasquad meet, UNI will kick off its competitive season against in-state rival Iowa on October 5, setting the stage for a crucial early dual meet.Bottom LineThe Panther swimming and diving team's intrasquad meet offers an early glimpse of their potential, showcasing returning talent and new recruits as they prepare for a challenging season ahead.</div></body>

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Panther Swim and Dive Host Annual Purple and Gold Intrasquad

The UNI swimming and diving team will host its annual Purple and Gold Intrasquad meet on Saturday, September 28, at 12 p.m. CT in the Glen F. Henry Pool. This event marks the first competitive outing before the regular season begins next Friday against Iowa. UNI, which finished fifth in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Championships last year, is projected to place sixth this season. Key returning athletes include sprinter Faith Larsen, aiming for a third consecutive MVC title in the 50-yard freestyle, and a strong diving contingent led by Trista Thompson.